From all facets of a traditional raise to soft money to crowdfunding strategies, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice regarding raising funds for a project.
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Producing a film can be a wildly expensive endeavor. One of the hardest parts is securing enough money to execute the full vision of the film. There are a number of paths to take, but one of the most...
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Well, making animated films is a long, hard, exhausting and often not about money. So we thought: is there a way to avoid all of this? Is there a way to make something simple, quick, inexpensive, but still exciting like a Netflix or HBO show?
Do you think that's possible?
It's impossible to know if y...
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You should check out Stage 32 CEO RB's book- Crowdsourcing For Filmmakers: Indie Film & the Power of the Crowd. There is a ton of advice in there from interviewing hundreds of filmmakers on crowdsourc...
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Ashley, thank you, but the page is “not found”
Antonio! 100% agree! we want to make this story with twists and many horizontal lines. and I had already two producers told me, they like the project, but it’s better to make it vertical. which contra...
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this was fire
Apologies, Anna Kadykova! Here's a corrected link- https://www.amazon.com/Crowdsourcing-Filmmakers-American-Market-Presents......
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I was shocked to see this high of a crowdfund campaign going in for a slate of films. I am very curious to see how this plays out and if the team has done their due diligence and planning to prepare for this type of a raise: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2024-09-05/pre......
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Thank you Amanda Toney! Interesting to see such established players likewise venturing to the crowd for film financing. Many have dabbled into these waters with mixed success, however it does seem to...
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Good insight into what Latin American distributors are buying from MIP Cancun:
https://www.mipcancun.com/en-gb.html?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=&utm......
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BBC Open Call submission period for UK and Republic of Ireland Residents. Writers can be non-UK, Ireland born, but must reside there to be considered, in order to develop a working relationship.
Details: https://www.bbc.co.uk/writers/opportunities/open-call/...
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Great opportunities keep on coming from @stage32! Amazing. Any writers, especially interested in animation, should find this invaluable.
https://www.stage32.com/blog/dont-miss-this-wednesdays-exclusive-writers......
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Meg LaFauve is amazing - this is must attend - flagging this for my network.
Thanks for helping to get the word out, Jack Binder!
Ask Me Anything Cinematography's Pivotal Role in Telling the Story https://www.stage32.com/lounge/cinematography/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednes......
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Good read. I never gave it much thought. I know it sounds bad. For me I see the movie in my head as I write. So I guess in many ways my imagination acts as you do in the movie :)
I am in awe of Cinematographers and the artistry they bring to the table on a film. I am super excited for this AMA. Thanks for sharing, Jack Binder!
Unique opportunity to pitch your project to distributors and producers at MIPCOM Cannes. Deadline August 26.
https://www.cannesfilmagency.com/screen?fbclid=IwY2xjawE1lRhleHRuA2FlbQI......
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Awesome share, Jack Binder! Thank you for letting us know!
My pleasure Ashley Renee Smith - looks like a very good opportunity for someone making the journey or local.
Thanks for sharing, this is awesome!
Netflix has reopened their Documentary Talent Fund which has financed numerous UK and Ireland Docs with budgets of £30,000. Deadline Sept. 27.
This September, you’ll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, directors, cinematographers, actors, consultants, assistant directors, authors, distributors, financiers, and representatives who have worked on or represented WESTWORLD, MINDHUN...
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Thanks for sharing, Maurice! I’m excited for the month ahead and all the great educational opportunities. If you have any questions about our upcoming programs, feel free to email us at edu@stage32.com
You're welcome, Sydney Summers.
More incredibly opportunities taught by working pros!
Couldn't agree more Jack!
Outside of local investors how best is it to find documentary investors?
I recommend this Stage 32 webinar on how to fund your documentary by partnering with brands. Deborah is an amazing resource. Here’s a list so you can check it out: https://www.stage32.com/education/se...
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Great advice Sam Sokolow - as with a previous post, start with the subject and dive into those whom would benefit, appreciate, support the story/concept/cause/subject. Obviously grants in this area, h...
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Likewise Prema!!
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Sydney Summers this looks interesting. I was wondering where the IP lays in a co-production?
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That's a fantastic question! I'm excited to hear Emma Louise's insights and to join the webinar in September.
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Looking forward to this webinar coming up next week, digging into the components of a co-production and answering all of your questions!
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Thank you Emma, likewise!!